The Home Depot

Robotics Automation Data Scientist

The Home Depot$125K — $175K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Massachusetts, US
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, data science, or operational optimization.
  • Strong SQL skills with large datasets.
  • Proficiency in Java or Kotlin for data-related tasks.
  • Experience with streaming data technologies like Kafka or MQTT.
  • Proven ability to develop dashboards and performance reports.
  • Strong statistical analysis and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain operational dashboards and reporting platforms.
  • Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for customer deployments.
  • Analyze trends and performance issues within warehouse operations.
  • Translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.
  • Evaluate warehouse workflows to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
  • Analyze robotic fleet performance and suggest improvements on usage.
  • Create predictive models for forecasting inventory demand and resource utilization.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
  • Access to advanced data tools and technologies.
  • Participation in A/B testing and experimentation initiatives.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge robotics and warehouse automation technologies.
Full Job Description
Data Scientist - Business Intelligence & Operational Optimization

Position Summary

The Data Scientist - Business Intelligence & Operational Optimization is responsible for transforming operational data into actionable insights that improve the performance, efficiency, and scalability of robotic warehouse systems.

This role combines business intelligence, advanced analytics, and optimization techniques to identify opportunities for improving warehouse throughput, robot utilization, inventory flow, order fulfillment performance, and overall system effectiveness. The position works closely with Product Management, Engineering, Robotics, Operations, and Customer Success teams to establish data-driven decision-making processes and continuously improve customer outcomes.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, experience with large operational datasets, and a passion for solving complex logistics and automation challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Business Intelligence & Analytics
  • Develop and maintain operational dashboards and reporting platforms.
  • Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across customer deployments.
  • Create executive, operational, and customer-facing performance reporting.
  • Analyze trends, anomalies, and performance degradation across warehouse operations.
  • Translate complex operational data into actionable business recommendations.

Operational Performance Optimization
  • Analyze warehouse workflows to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
  • Develop recommendations to improve:
    • Warehouse throughput
    • Robot utilization
    • Inventory flow
    • Pick productivity
    • Station efficiency
    • Order cycle time
    • Resource allocation
    • Labor productivity
  • Evaluate the impact of software releases and operational changes on customer performance.
  • Measure system-wide performance and identify optimization opportunities.

Robotics & Fleet Analytics
  • Analyze robotic fleet performance and utilization patterns.
  • Identify congestion points and traffic inefficiencies.
  • Evaluate task assignment effectiveness.
  • Measure robot travel efficiency and idle time.
  • Develop recommendations to improve fleet coordination and throughput.

Data Modeling & Decision Support
  • Build predictive and diagnostic analytical models.
  • Develop forecasting models for:
    • Order volume
    • Inventory demand
    • Capacity planning
    • Resource utilization
  • Support operational planning through scenario analysis.
  • Create models that enable proactive issue identification.

Experimentation & Continuous Improvement
  • Design and analyze A/B tests and operational experiments.
  • Measure effectiveness of software enhancements and workflow changes.
  • Partner with Product and Engineering teams to validate hypotheses using data.
  • Quantify ROI for optimization initiatives.

Data Infrastructure & Governance
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to improve data collection and instrumentation.
  • Define operational metrics and data standards.
  • Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability.
  • Support development of data pipelines and analytics infrastructure.

Customer Performance Analytics
  • Analyze customer deployment performance.
  • Produce operational health assessments.
  • Identify opportunities for customers to improve utilization of automation systems.
  • Support customer success and deployment teams with performance analysis.

Optimization Responsibilities

This role is expected to drive measurable improvements in:

Warehouse Performance
  • Orders processed per hour
  • Inventory movement efficiency
  • Pick rates
  • Put rates
  • Cycle count accuracy
  • Order completion times

Fleet Performance
  • Robot utilization
  • Travel efficiency
  • Congestion reduction
  • Queue management
  • Task completion rates
  • Fleet balancing

System Performance
  • Workflow latency
  • Service response times
  • Throughput capacity
  • Resource consumption
  • Exception rates
  • Operational uptime

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, data science, or operational optimization.
  • Strong SQL skills and experience working with large datasets.
  • Strong proficiency in Java or Kotlin.
  • Experience with streaming data (Kafka/MQTT)
  • Experience developing dashboards and performance reporting.
  • Strong statistical analysis and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical findings to business and operational stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in logistics, supply chain, warehouse automation, robotics, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
  • Experience with optimization, simulation, or operations research techniques.
  • Familiarity with warehouse execution systems (WES), warehouse management systems (WMS), or robotics platforms.
  • Experience with predictive analytics and machine learning.
  • Experience working with time-series operational data.
  • Knowledge of queuing theory, scheduling, routing, or resource optimization.


For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:

The pay range for this position is between $125,000.00 - $175,000.00

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
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